1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 6C | E-350 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3510 mm |